IELTS Speaking · Vocabulary
sightseeing
noun/ˈsaɪtsiːɪŋ/Band 6
Last updated 21 July 2026
In short
“sightseeing” is a Band 6 noun that means the activity of visiting places of interest as a tourist. Below you'll find its pronunciation, natural example sentences, synonyms and antonyms, and the collocations that help you use it accurately in the IELTS Speaking test.
Meaning
The activity of visiting places of interest as a tourist.
Example sentences
Natural, spoken examples at the level an examiner rewards.
- “We spent the morning sightseeing.”
- “There's plenty of sightseeing to do in the old town.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
touringexploring
Collocations & common phrases
Word partners that make your usage sound natural — the difference between knowing a word and using it well.
Collocations
go sightseeingsightseeing tourdo some sightseeing
Common phrases
a sightseeing trip
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Frequently asked questions
What does “sightseeing” mean?
The activity of visiting places of interest as a tourist.
How do you use “sightseeing” in a sentence?
For example: “We spent the morning sightseeing.”
What are some synonyms for “sightseeing”?
Synonyms include touring, exploring.
Is “sightseeing” good vocabulary for IELTS Speaking?
Yes. It is Band 6 vocabulary, and collocations such as go sightseeing, sightseeing tour, do some sightseeing help you use it naturally. Reaching for precise, less common words like this is exactly what lifts your Lexical Resource score.
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